Deezer is a global music streaming platform available in more than 180 countries, known for its high-quality audio, personalized recommendations, and strong presence across Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. By distributing your music through PlayGeet, your releases become available to millions of listeners on Deezer across mobile devices, desktop, smart speakers, TVs, and connected cars.

Once your release is live, you can claim your Deezer for Creators profile to access audience analytics, streaming insights, playlist tracking, and artist profile customization tools.

Whether you're releasing your first single or managing an established catalog, PlayGeet helps deliver your music to Deezer with professional audio, artwork, and metadata.

Deezer for Creators: https://creators.deezer.com/Deezer Delivery Specifications

Note: Delivery times may vary depending on metadata review, platform processing, and your scheduled release date.

Why Release on Deezer?

Deezer offers artists access to a global audience while providing high-quality audio streaming and useful promotional tools.

Benefits include:

• Worldwide music distribution.

• Deezer for Creators dashboard.

• HiFi lossless streaming.

• Personalized recommendations through Flow.

• Playlist opportunities.

• Audience analytics.

• Lyrics support.

• Streaming royalties.

Publishing your music on Deezer helps you reach listeners across Europe, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and many other regions.

Before You Submit

Before distributing your release through PlayGeet, ensure everything meets Deezer's quality standards.

Review the following before submission:

• Upload a high-quality WAV or FLAC master.

• Use professional square artwork.

• Verify all metadata carefully.

• Credit every contributor correctly.

• Select accurate genres and language.

• Mark explicit tracks when applicable.

• Ensure you own all rights to your recording.

Accurate release information helps reduce delays and improves the overall distribution process.

Audio Quality on Deezer

One of Deezer's standout features is its support for multiple audio quality levels, allowing listeners to choose the experience that best suits their device and subscription.

For the best results, always upload a lossless WAV or FLAC master through PlayGeet. Deezer automatically delivers the appropriate quality to each listener based on their subscription and device capabilities.

Artwork Requirements

Professional cover artwork is essential for successful distribution.

Avoid including:

• Website URLs

• QR codes

• Contact information

• Social media usernames

• Promotional text

• Streaming platform logos

• Blurry or pixelated artwork

Using clean, high-resolution artwork improves your release's appearance across Deezer.

Audio Requirements

To ensure the best playback quality, upload professionally mastered audio.

Recommended specifications:

• WAV format

• FLAC supported

• 16-bit or 24-bit

• 44.1 kHz or higher sample rate

• Professionally mixed and mastered

Avoid submitting:

• MP3 masters

• Low-quality exports

• Clipped audio

• Demo recordings

• Files with excessive silence

High-quality audio helps listeners enjoy the best possible experience, especially on Deezer HiFi.

Metadata Guidelines

Accurate metadata improves search results and ensures your music appears correctly on Deezer.

Always verify:

• Artist name

• Release title

• Song titles

• Featured artists

• Genre

• Language

• Copyright information

• Release date

• Explicit content settings

Consistent metadata also helps prevent delays during distribution.

Deezer for Creators

After your music is live on Deezer, you can claim your Deezer for Creators profile to access detailed analytics, customize your artist page, and better understand your audience.

Deezer for Creators is designed for independent artists, managers, and labels, providing valuable insights that help you monitor performance and grow your fanbase.

Benefits of Deezer for Creators

Claiming your profile gives you access to a variety of artist tools.

How to Claim Your Deezer Profile

Once your release has been delivered through PlayGeet:

1. Visit Deezer for Creators.

2. Select Get Started.

3. Search for your artist profile.

4. Verify your identity using the available verification methods.

5. Wait for Deezer to review your request.

Most profile verification requests are processed within a few business days, although review times may vary.

Profile Customization

Your artist profile is often the first impression new listeners have of your music.

Keep your profile updated with:

• Professional artist photo.

• Artist biography.

• Social media links.

• Latest releases.

• Consistent branding.

A complete profile helps build trust and improves your professional appearance.

Highlight Feature

The Highlight feature allows you to pin important music directly to the top of your Deezer profile.

You can feature:

• A single

• An album

• An EP

• A playlist

This makes it easier to direct listeners toward your newest or most important release.

When Should You Update Your Highlight?

Consider updating your Highlight when:

• Releasing a new single.

• Launching an album.

• Promoting an older song.

• Running a marketing campaign.

• Celebrating a milestone.

Keeping your Highlight current encourages listeners to explore the music you want to promote.

Deezer Analytics

Deezer provides valuable data that helps you understand how your music is performing.

Available insights include:

• Total streams.

• Monthly listeners.

• Top-performing tracks.

• Playlist additions.

• Geographic audience.

• Listener demographics.

• Streaming trends over time.

Reviewing these metrics regularly helps you make informed marketing and release decisions.

Playlist Performance

Playlists can significantly increase the visibility of your music.

Deezer for Creators lets you monitor:

• Which playlists include your songs.

• Playlist performance over time.

• Growth after playlist placements.

• Listener engagement.

Tracking playlist activity helps you understand which songs resonate most with listeners.

Release Notifications

When you release new music, Deezer can notify your followers about your latest release.

These notifications help:

• Increase first-week streams.

• Encourage returning listeners.

• Improve engagement.

• Drive discovery among existing fans.

Consistent releases combined with follower notifications can strengthen your long-term audience growth.

SongCatcher

SongCatcher is Deezer's music recognition feature that allows users to identify songs playing around them.

When someone discovers your music through SongCatcher, they can:

• View the song instantly.

• Save it to their library.

• Follow your artist profile.

• Share the track with others.

This creates additional discovery opportunities when your music is played in public spaces, events, or broadcasts.

Deezer Flow

Flow is Deezer's personalized recommendation system that continuously plays music based on each listener's preferences.

Flow considers:

• Favorite artists.

• Saved songs.

• Listening history.

• Genres.

• User activity.

If listeners regularly enjoy your music, Flow can continue recommending your tracks alongside similar artists, helping you reach more engaged audiences.

Regional Reach

Deezer has a particularly strong listener base in several regions around the world.

Key markets include:

• France

• Brazil

• Germany

• Middle East & North Africa (MENA)

• Sub-Saharan Africa

• Latin America

If your audience is growing in these regions, Deezer can become an important platform for expanding your reach.

Royalties on Deezer

When your music is streamed on Deezer, you earn streaming royalties based on factors such as listener subscriptions, country or region, and Deezer's royalty distribution model. Royalties are reported to PlayGeet, where you can track your earnings from your artist dashboard according to your distribution plan.

Your royalty earnings may vary depending on:

• Number of eligible streams

• Listener subscription type

• Country or region

• Revenue generated by Deezer

• Rights ownership and licensing agreements

Note: Streaming royalty rates are not fixed and may change over time.

Deezer Release Timeline

After submitting your release through PlayGeet, it goes through quality review before being delivered to Deezer.

To avoid delays, submit your release at least 2–3 weeks before your planned release date, especially if you're running a promotional campaign.

Updating Your Release

After your release is live, certain information can still be updated through PlayGeet.

Common updates include:

• Artist profile information

• Biography

• Social media links

• Metadata corrections

• Genre updates

• Cover artwork (subject to platform approval)

• Takedown requests

Some updates may require Deezer's review before appearing on the platform.

Removing Music from Deezer

If you need to remove your music, you can submit a takedown request through your PlayGeet dashboard.

Common reasons include:

• Copyright disputes

• Metadata corrections

• Replacing an existing release

• Rights ownership changes

• Artist request

Once approved, PlayGeet will send the takedown request to Deezer. Processing times may vary.

Tips for Success on Deezer

Building an audience on Deezer requires consistency and engagement.

Best practices include:

• Complete your Deezer for Creators profile.

• Upload professional artist photos and biographies.

• Release music consistently.

• Use the Highlight feature to promote important releases.

• Monitor your analytics regularly.

• Encourage fans to follow your Deezer profile.

• Promote Deezer links across your social media channels.

• Focus on regions where Deezer has a strong listener base.

A well-maintained artist profile and regular releases can improve long-term visibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does PlayGeet distribute music to Deezer?

Yes. PlayGeet distributes eligible music releases to Deezer, helping independent artists and labels reach listeners worldwide.

How long does it take for my music to appear on Deezer?

After approval, releases typically appear on Deezer within 1–5 business days, although processing times may vary.

How do I claim my Deezer for Creators profile?

Once your music is live, visit Deezer for Creators, search for your artist profile, verify your identity, and complete the claim process.

What is Deezer for Creators?

Deezer for Creators is Deezer's official artist dashboard where you can manage your profile, view analytics, monitor streams, and track audience growth.

Does Deezer support HiFi audio?

Yes. Deezer supports lossless FLAC audio for eligible subscribers. Uploading a high-quality WAV or FLAC master through PlayGeet ensures the best listening experience.

What is the Highlight feature?

Highlight allows artists to pin a song, album, or playlist to the top of their Deezer profile, helping promote featured releases.

What is Deezer Flow?

Flow is Deezer's personalized recommendation feature that continuously suggests music based on each listener's preferences and listening history.

Can I edit my release after it goes live?

Some metadata updates can be requested after release. Certain changes may require additional review before appearing on Deezer.

How do I earn royalties from Deezer?

Eligible streams generate streaming royalties that are reported through PlayGeet according to your distribution plan.

Can I remove my music from Deezer?

Yes. You can submit a takedown request through your PlayGeet dashboard. Once approved, PlayGeet will process the removal request with Deezer.

Does Deezer support lyrics?

Yes. Deezer supports lyrics for eligible releases, helping improve the listening experience for fans.